Karnataka PGCET 2026 Extended Round Counselling Schedule Released: Your Final Chance for MBA, MTech & MCA Seats

The Extended Round is a time-sensitive process. Candidates must adhere strictly to the following schedule to ensure their participation and secure a seat.

The PGCET 2026 Extended Round is specifically designed for candidates who meet certain criteria, offering a final chance to secure admission. This round aims to fill all remaining vacant seats across various postgraduate programs.

You are eligible to participate if you:

• Are a registered PGCET 2026 candidate.
• Did not secure a seat in the previous Round 1 or Round 2 of counselling.
• Meet all the prescribed eligibility rules for your chosen MBA, MCA, MTech, ME, or MArch program.

Participating in the PGCET 2026 Extended Round requires careful attention to each step. Follow this guide to navigate the process successfully:

1. Payment of Caution Deposit: Ensure you pay the required caution deposit within the specified dates (October 31 to November 03, 2026). This is a mandatory step to proceed with option entry.
2. Option Entry: Log in to the official KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. From 2:00 PM on October 31, 2026, until 2:00 PM on November 04, 2026, you can enter new options for colleges and courses in your preferred order. Carefully research and prioritize your choices.
3. Provisional Seat Allotment: The provisional seat allotment results will be published after 1:00 PM on November 05, 2026. Check the KEA portal for your allotment status.
4. Decision Making & Reporting: Once results are out, candidates must make a decision based on their allotment and complete the necessary admission formalities, including document verification and fee payment, at the allotted institution within the stipulated time.

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While the official notification for the Extended Round doesn't explicitly list documents for this specific stage, candidates who secure a seat will eventually need to report to their allotted college for verification. It's always wise to have the following essential documents ready:

• Karnataka PGCET 2026 Admit Card
• Karnataka PGCET 2026 Scorecard
• Degree Mark Sheets (all semesters/years)
• Provisional Degree Certificate / Degree Certificate
• Class 10th and 12th Mark Sheets & Certificates
• Study Certificate (for Karnataka candidates)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable, for reserved categories)
• Income Certificate (if claiming fee concessions)
• Recent Passport-size Photographs
• Any other documents specified in the original PGCET 2026 information bulletin.

With the Extended Round schedule now public, candidates must remain vigilant. Regularly check the official KEA website for any further announcements or clarifications. Once the provisional allotment results are out, prepare to complete all admission formalities, including document verification and fee payment, at your allotted institution within the given timeframe.

This is the final opportunity for PGCET 2026 admissions. Ensure every step is followed meticulously to secure your postgraduate seat.

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